Consumer Critique: EVs remain popular, though pragmatic purchasing prevails, KPMG poll says
Ottawa, Ontario — People are in the mood to purchase, according to the latest consumer poll from KPMG which found nearly 70 percent of Canadian drivers intend on buying a new vehicle within the next ten years. The survey, which was distributed to Canadians over the age of 18 between Dec. 21, 2022 and Jan. […]
KPMG’s outlook on the future of the Canadian automotive industry
By CRM staff Toronto, Ontario — February 14, 2019 — According to a recent survey released by KPMG, Canada’s automotive industry must challenge old business models and start taking a lead on tech innovation if it wants to continue to be a player in the global automotive industry. KPMG in Canada released “The State of Canada’s Auto Sector: Recalculating the […]
Report: KPMG predicts sharp dive in OEM collision parts sales
Detroit, Michigan — May 21, 2017 — OEMs may see a substantial reduction in their collision parts revenues as a result of fully self-driving cars, according to a new report from the KPMG US Manufacturing Institute Automotive Center. The report indicates that OEM parts sales may fall by as much as 48 percent. The KPMG […]
Report: Self-driving vehicles ‘top of mind’ for auto execs
By Mike Davey Toronto, Ontario — February 12, 2016 — One in five automotive executives believe technology companies could take over the customer interface in the connected car, according to a report released by KPMG. The report, Global Automotive Executive Survey, also shows that self-driving cars are top of mind for many automotive executives. This […]
Report: Autonomous vehicles could shrink the auto insurance industry by 60 percent
By Jeff Sanford Toronto, Ontario — October 27, 2016 — Major accounting consultancy KPMG released a white paper this week covering the potential impact of autonomous vehicles on the auto insurance industry. It seems appropriate the report arrives the week of Halloween, as the main message is downright scary. According to the report, the coming […]
